Mata Rocks ResortvsPortofino Beach Resort
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Mata Rocks Resort ranks marginally better than Portofino Beach Resort. Mata Rocks Resort is ranked #21 in Belize with approval from 3 sources like Lonely Planet, Oyster and Fodor's.
Mata Rocks Resort
45 Coconut Drive, PO Box 47, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $165/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Smoking Rooms
Fodor's
"The squeaky-clean rooms at this intimate, midlevel hotel right on a nice stretch of beach, about a 30-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride from town, have sea views and breezes." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Mata Rocks Resort is a mid-range property located on the southern end of Ambergris Caye, about a 10-minute golf cart ride from San Pedro Town." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Modern and minimalist, this intimate 17-room hotel features contemporary design with hardwood or tile floors, stucco walls and high ceilings." Full review
Portofino Beach Resort
6 Miles North, PO Box 36, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
From $164/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The pool has ocean views, the restaurant and bar has both indoor and outdoor sections, and beach has firmly packed white sand and a swimming pier." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Belize Barrier Reef stretches out next to the isiand this resort calls home, Ambergris Caye, making Portofino a popular destination for vacationing divers and snorkelers." Full review
Fodor's
"This luxury-meets-adventure resort embodies much of Belize's character: cabañas with ragged crowns of thatch, wonderful staff, imperfect beaches, and exquisite water." Full review
Frommer's
"Right on the shore and with thatch-roofed cabins, wood floors, bamboo beds, and large picture windows, this intimate boutique resort has a tropical feel" Full review